
Which of these four hot hatches is the quickest in a straight line? We lined them up to find out.
The 2023 Cupra Leon is available in the following exterior paint finishes, depending on the trim level.
Premium metallic paint finishes comprise Desire Red and Graphene Grey, and are a $475 option across the range. Desire Red isn’t available on the VZx.
Exclusive to the VZx is the option of matte paint ($2300), available in either Petrol Blue or Magnetic Tech.
Regular i30s:
i30 N models:
The Cupra Leon V Tribe Edition builds on a strong formula with some choice additions, and a sharp starting price.
Scott Collie
The Hyundai i30 Hatch N Line now has distinctive European flavour, but its mild-hybrid engine doesn't make it feel warm-hatch fast.
Jack Quick
Type | ||
TURBO | TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION, MULTI-POINT INJECTION, PETROL DIRECT INJECTION | |
Size (cc) | ||
1395 - 1984 | 1482 - 1999 | |
Size (L) | ||
2.0L, 1.4L | 2.0L, 1.6L, 1.5L | |
Cylinders | ||
4 | 4 | |
Camshaft | ||
DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
16 | 16 | |
Power | ||
140kW - 221kW | 104kW - 206kW | |
Power RPM | ||
5000 - 5300 | 5500 - 6200 | |
Torque | ||
320Nm - 400Nm | 180Nm - 392Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
1600 - 2000 | 1500 - 4700 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
80 - 92.8 | 85.4 - 97 | |
Compression Ratio | ||
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